Dr. Fix was thrilled to join PureCare Dental of Bend as an Associate in 2017 because of the practice’s patient-centric approach to the dental experience. His favorite aspect of his professional work is interacting with each patient and truly valuing their time, trust, and company—building rapport with each person is extremely vital to earning a patient’s gift of being “THEIR dentist.” The mouth is a very personal working space for many people, and he has a goal of making that experience comfortable. Your concerns, requests, and interests supersede all other things when you are in his chair.

Dr. Fix is engaged in the Oregon community. He is proudly completing the Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Bend 2019-2020 Program. He currently serves as a council member on the Oregon Dental Association’s (ODA) New Dentist Council (NDC). He is a graduate of the ODA’s Leadership Academy 2018-2019 Program. He thoroughly enjoys his role as a dental provider for Central Oregon’s Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Program. With strong roots at his dental alma mater, Dr. Fix is the Chairman of Professional Development for Midwestern University’s Dental School Alumni Board.

Dr. Fix grew up in northwest Phoenix, Arizona, surrounded by a tight-knit family and the desert sun. He earned his Bachelors degree in Physiology from The University of Arizona in 2012. Thanks to his Wildcat heritage, he is an avid fan of college basketball—Bear Down! Upon graduation, he earned his Masters degree (MA) in Biomedical Sciences from Midwestern University-Arizona in 2013. Dr. Fix attended dental school at Midwestern University-Arizona, earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2017. During his doctoral studies, Dr. Fix served as Class President for four years and a National Contributing Editor to the American Student Dental Association. Dr. Fix also completed an Academic Fellowship through the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) while at Midwestern.

In his free time, Dr. Fix enjoys playing tennis, running, skiing, hiking, traveling, and visiting his friends and family back in Arizona.

When you are at the office next time, he would love to: exchange food and restaurant recommendations!

Melanie’s favorite part of her job is working with people and establishing relationships, all the while helping patients improve upon and understand the importance of their oral health.

She grew up in Newberg, OR, and moved to Klamath Falls to attend Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) after high school to study dental hygiene. She moved to Central Oregon in July 2020 and has been in love with the community ever since! She has a passion for the outdoor lifestyle that Bend offers. Whether she’s on the water, the mountains, or the trails, there’s always somewhere new for her to explore.

When she is not caring for our amazing patients, she spends time with her boyfriend of five years, Nick, and their two cats, Casper and Toothless.

Melanie has specialized herself by obtaining licenses and permits in expanded practice, restorative endorsement, local anesthesia endorsement, and nitrous oxide administration.

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: her favorite foods and/or her recent travels!

Megan’s favorite part of her job is ensuring that patients have a comfortable experience in her hygiene chair and providing education, so that individuals have a fuller understanding of their health and their needs.

She grew up in the Willamette Valley in Corvallis, OR. She originally moved here in 2014, and then moved back in the Spring of 2020 before beginning her professional career here in Bend.

In her free time, she enjoys a variety of activities! She loves undertaking new hobbies, but some of her favorites include horse-riding, fly fishing with her longtime boyfriend, Jack, remaining active and fit, and socializing with her friends and family.

Megan earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) at their highly regarded hygiene program. She has specialized herself by gaining certifications in restorative functions, local anesthesia, nitrous oxide administration, and an expanded practice permit.

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: the places she would like to travel to!

Haley’s favorite part of her job is being a part of a team that helps people live healthier lives.

She grew up in Wenatchee, WA, and she moved to Bend in 2012. When she is not advocating for our patients, she enjoys fishing, hanging out at the mountain lakes and rivers, and learning to play golf.

Haley is a proud mother to her 7 year-old son, Daxton, and her two dogs, Sarge the German Shepherd and Sailor the Aussie mix.

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: the adventures her son takes her on!

Jasmine’s favorite part of her job is interacting with patients and aiding them in determining the most cost effective manner to complete their treatment needs. She also revels in appealing denied insurance claims (and winning them!) to help her patients.

Jasmine grew up in Santa Cruz, California, and moved to Los Angeles when she was 18. At 21, she moved to Bend to be closer to family and become a part of this beautiful, friendly city. Her favorite Central Oregon activities include hiking and exploring the lakes and forests—all just minutes away.

When Jasmine is not at PureCare, she is making memories with her husband and two children.

Jasmine graduated with her AA degree from Central Oregon Community College, and specializes at PureCare in determining how to help you realize your dental potential in an economical way, especially through our in-house membership plans.

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: her participation in a famous music video!

Makenna’s favorite part of her job is getting to help all kinds of people in a hands-on environment.

She is from the Willamette Valley area (Albany), and moved to Central Oregon in the fall of 2020. When Makenna is not at the office, she spends a lot of time with her family, including her young daughter who keeps her and her husband remarkably busy! Together, they enjoy all the outdoor activities that Bend has to offer. They especially love to go out on their ski boat for boating/wakeboarding at the nearby lakes.

In 2017, Makenna graduated dental assisting school at Practical Dental Assisting of Oregon in Corvallis, Oregon and became certified in radiology and got her EFDA. 

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: what book she is currently reading or what new recipes she is using!

Elia’s favorite part of her job is working with a team to provide the best patient care possible. She loves having the opportunity to build relationships with patients and to meet new people.

While her origins technically lie in Eugene, OR, Elia grew up here in Bend. It has simultaneously pleased and shocked her at the growth Bend has been experiencing, and expects nothing less than a bright future for her scenic hometown. 

At PureCare, she is excited to be putting her CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) and EFDA (Expanded Function Dental Assistant) certifications to use after graduation from the Central Oregon Community College Dental Assisting Program in 2020.

When out of the dental office, she loves discovering the many hidden gems that central Oregon has to offer with her Aussie/Australian Cattle Dog mix, Indy. While she would never admit this to the public, Elia thoroughly enjoys a good video game, which couples well with her enthusiasm for napping.

When you are at the office next time, ask her about: Her childhood pet frog named Avocado or her beloved ‘95 Jeep Cherokee.